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Join Curt Jaimungal as he welcomes Harvard physicist Jacob Barandes, who claims quantum mechanics can be reformulated without wave functions, alongside computer scientist Scott Aaronson. Barandes’ “indivisible” approach challenges the standard Schrödinger model, and Aaronson offers a healthy dose of skepticism in today's theolocution. Are we on the cusp of a radical rewrite of reality—or just rebranding the same quantum puzzles?
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
05:40 The Power of Quantum Computing
36:17 The Many Worlds Debate
1:09:05 Evaluating Jacob's Theory
1:13:49 Criteria for Theoretical Frameworks
1:17:15 Bohmian Mechanics and Stochastic Dynamics
1:18:51 Generalizing Quantum Theory
1:22:32 The Role of Unobservables
1:31:08 The Problem of Trajectories
1:39:39 Exploring Alternative Theories
1:50:29 The Stone Soup Analogy
1:56:20 The Limits of Quantum Mechanics
2:01:57 The Nature of Laws in Physics
2:14:57 The Many Worlds Interpretation
2:22:40 The Search for New Connections
Links Mentioned:
- Quantum theory, the Church–Turing principle and the universal quantum computer (article):
https://www.cs.princeton.edu/courses/archive/fall04/cos576/papers/deutsch85.pdf
- The Emergent Multiverse (book): https://amzn.to/3QJleSu
Jacob Barandes on TOE (Part 1): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7oWip00iXbo&t=1s&ab_channel=CurtJaimungal
- Scott Aaronson on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ZpGCQoL2Rk
- Quantum Theory From Five Reasonable Axioms (paper): https://arxiv.org/pdf/quant-ph/0101012
- Quantum stochastic processes and quantum non-Markovian phenomena (paper): https://arxiv.org/pdf/2012.01894
- Jacob’s “Wigner’s Friend” flowchart: https://shared.jacobbarandes.com/images/wigners-friend-flow-chart-2025
- Is Quantum Mechanics An Island In Theory Space? (paper): https://www.scottaaronson.com/papers/island.pdf
- Aspects of Objectivity in Quantum Mechanics (paper): https://philsci-archive.pitt.edu/223/1/Objectivity.pdf
- Quantum Computing Since Democritus (book): https://amzn.to/4bqVeoD
- The Ghost in the Quantum Turing Machine (paper): https://arxiv.org/pdf/1306.0159
- Quantum mechanics and reality (article): https://pubs.aip.org/physicstoday/article/23/9/30/427387/Quantum-mechanics-and-realityCould-the-solution-to
- Stone Soup (book): https://amzn.to/4kgPamN
- TOE’s String Theory Iceberg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4PdPnQuwjY
- TOE’s Mindfest playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ7ikzmc6zlOPw7Hqkc6-MXEMBy0fnZcb
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Andrés Gómez Emilsson, director of the Qualia Research Institute and a pioneering researcher in the mathematical study of consciousness, explores the nature of awareness from both philosophical and scientific angles. He recounts his journey that led to founding the Qualia Research Institute—aimed at reducing suffering and enhancing experience. He discusses the transformative potential of psychedelics, the view of the self as a series of experiences, and how sensory resonance ("impedance matching") shapes our awareness.
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00:00 The Most Important Problem
01:49 The Hard Problem and Ontologies
05:15 Journey into Consciousness
09:06 The Qualia Research Institute
10:49 Shattering Realities
17:12 Happiness vs. Meaning
19:15 Defining Happiness
25:28 Psychological Egoism
33:45 Understanding Consciousness
38:01 The Qualia Research Institute's Goals
49:21 Exploring Impedance Matching
58:25 The Dance of Dissonance
1:03:22 The Nature of Suffering
1:10:32 The Concept of Oneness
1:17:02 Zero Ontology Explained
1:27:20 The Nature of Reality
1:28:57 The Self and Sense of Self
1:30:53 Stages of Consciousness
1:37:35 Transformations in Consciousness
1:46:20 The Role of Psychedelics
2:02:01 Exploring 5-MeO-DMT
2:21:03 Psychedelics and Buddhist Philosophy
2:45:32 Insights on Jhana States
2:51:31 Conclusion and Reflections
Links Mentioned:
- Qualia Research Institute (website): https://qri.org/
- Andres’s Qualia profile: https://qri.org/people/andr%C3%A9s-g%C3%B3mez-emilsson
- David Chalmers’s 2024 presentation at Mindfest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5r9V1ryksnw
- Bernardo Kastrup on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lAB21FAXCDE
- The Hedonistic Imperative (book): https://amzn.to/3Di7Xx5
- Why Does Anything Exist? (book): https://www.amazon.com/Why-Does-Anything-Exist-Mysteries-ebook/dp/B0DKBHMC3C
- Mastering the Core Teachings of the Buddha (book): https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Core-Teachings-Buddha-Unusually/dp/1911597108
- Andres on The DemystifySci Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjWDURKNe2Q
- ‘Replications’ group on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/replications/
- Stuart Hameroff’s Mindfest presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_bQwdJir1o
- The Doors of Perception (book): https://amzn.to/4ijduTb
- From Neural Activity to Field Topology (article): https://qualiacomputing.com/2025/02/09/from-neural-activity-to-field-topology-how-coupling-kernels-shape-consciousness/
- Seeing That Frees (book): https://amzn.to/43fm15m
- Practicing the Jhanas (meditation series): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLO6hhaAzLmiqUzBYuLLJQ8FexOTRxz8xF
- The Dalai Lama, Psychedelics & Cher (article): https://tricycle.org/article/dalai-lama-psychedelics-cher/
- Advice to Sigālaka (article): https://suttacentral.net/dn31/en/sujato?lang=en&layout=plain&reference=none¬es=asterisk&highlight=false&script=latin
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In today's episode of Theories of Everything, Tyler Cowen proposes that tariffs erode economic efficiency, ultimately passing much of the burden onto smaller countries such as Canada. Moreover, he suggests that the rise of AI and evolving institutional structures demand both intellectual humility and stronger mentorship for a more resilient academic landscape.
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- Tyler’s website: https://tylercowen.com/
- Tyler’s blog: https://marginalrevolution.com/
- Tyler’s podcast: https://conversationswithtyler.com/
- Talent: How to Identify Energizers, Creatives, and Winners Around the World (book): https://www.amazon.com/Talent-Identify-Energizers-Creatives-Winners/dp/1250275814
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Tariffs and Trade Policies
01:21 Economic Consequences of Tariffs
03:07 Canada as a 51st State?
04:00 Canada's Defense Spending Debate
05:41 Positive Aspects of Hostility
06:35 Transitioning to Theoretical Economics
08:07 The Role of Tenure
11:43 The Academy's Strengths
13:04 Problems in Academia
14:08 Understanding the Grant System
15:10 The Need for Grants
16:33 Is the Academic System Broken?
17:18 Improving the Academic System
17:47 The Role of AI in Academia
22:39 Exploring Deep Research
29:32 Writing as Thinking
31:53 Truth in Worldviews
33:22 Patchwork Theory of Reality
34:11 Economics and Theories of Everything
35:07 Disagreements Among Intelligent People
37:48 The Concept of Metarationality
45:10 Cultivating Metarationality
46:55 Distinction Between Stamina and Grit
49:03 Risk-Taking in Academia
51:28 Interviewing Style
56:28 The Value of Preparation
1:13:33 Critiquing Nassim Taleb
1:18:23 Public Debates vs. Private Discussions
1:20:46 Focus on Money
1:22:45 Healthy vs. Unhealthy Ambition
1:23:49 Complexity in Theories of Everything
1:24:39 The Importance of Mentoring
1:26:08 Current Projects and Interests
1:31:15 Advice for Students
1:32:39 The Future of Networking
1:32:53 Closing Thoughts and Reflections
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Welcome to the complete Iceberg of Consciousness.
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LAYER 1
01:31 – Introduction to Layer 1
01:38 – What Is Consciousness?
04:20 – The Mind-Body Problem
06:02 – Sleep, Dreams, and Altered States
08:53 – Free Will vs. Determinism
10:58 – The Self and Identity
LAYER 2
12:56 – Introduction to Layer 2
13:02 – The Hard Problem of Consciousness
16:59 – Qualia and Phenomenal Consciousness
19:27 – Advaita Vedanta (Non-Dualism)
22:59 – John Vervaeke’s Relevance Realization
24:45 – Panpsychism and the Combination Problem
26:58 – Buddhist Consciousness (Yogācāra & Madhyamaka)
29:04 – Global Workspace Theory
31:59 – Carl Jung’s Explanation for Consciousness
LAYER 3
36:03 – Introduction to Layer 3
36:47 – Heidegger’s Concept of Dasein
39:28 – Attention Schema Theory (Michael Graziano)
42:53 – EM-Field Topology & Boundary Problem (Andrés Gómez Emilsson)
46:49 – Joscha Bach’s Theory
53:41 – Donald Hoffman’s Theory
57:47 – Nir Lahav’s Relativistic Consciousness
LAYER 4
01:05:46 – Introduction to Layer 4
01:06:25 – Douglas Hofstadter’s Strange Loops
01:11:50 – Penrose’s Quantum Consciousness
01:16:04 – Christopher Langan’s CTMU
01:20:31 – Johnjoe McFadden’s CEMI Field Theory
01:24:24 – David Chalmers’ Extended Mind Hypothesis
01:29:18 – Iain McGilchrist’s Relational Dual-Aspect Monism
LAYER 5
01:33:04 – Introduction to Layer 5
01:34:35 – Bernardo Kastrup’s Analytic Idealism
01:38:54 – Karl Friston’s Enactive Approach / Free Energy Principle
01:42:12 – Alfred North Whitehead’s Pan-Experientialism
01:46:56 – Mark Solms’ Felt Uncertainty & Affective Theory
01:51:20 – Thomas Metzinger’s Minimal Phenomenal Selfhood
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In this episode, Curt Jaimungal speaks with Jacob Barandes, a theoretical physicist from Harvard, about the complexities of quantum mechanics. They explore wave-particle duality, Jacob's reformulation of quantum theory through indivisible stochastic processes, and the historical perspectives of figures like Schrödinger and Einstein.
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Links Mentioned:
• Watch Part 1 of this conversation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YaS1usLeXQM
• Jacob’s talks covering many of his points in this conversation: https://www.youtube.com/@JacobBarandesPhilOfPhysics
• Jacob’s first appearance on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7oWip00iXbo
• New Prospects for a Causally Local Formulation of Quantum Theory (Jacob’s paper): https://arxiv.org/abs/2402.16935
• The Stochastic-Quantum Correspondence (Jacob’s paper): https://arxiv.org/abs/2302.10778
• Schrodinger’s wave function paper (1926): https://github.com/yousbot/Quantum-Papers/blob/master/1926%20-%20E.%20Schrodinger%2C%20An%20Undulatory%20Theory%20of%20the%20Mechanics%20of%20Atoms%20and%20Molecules.pdf
• The Born-Einstein Letters (book): https://www.amazon.com/Born-Einstein-Letters-1916-1955-Friendship-Uncertain/dp/1403944962/
• Probability Relations Between Separated Systems (paper) : https://www.informationphilosopher.com/solutions/scientists/schrodinger/Schrodinger-1936.pdf
• John Bell on Bertlemann’s socks (paper): https://cds.cern.ch/record/142461/files/198009299.pdf
• John Bell on the Einstein Podolsky Rosen paradox (paper): https://journals.aps.org/ppf/pdf/10.1103/PhysicsPhysiqueFizika.1.195
• Can Quantum-Mechanical Description of Physical Reality Be Considered Complete’? (paper): https://journals.aps.org/pr/pdf/10.1103/PhysRev.47.777
• Causation as Folk Science (paper): https://sites.pitt.edu/~jdnorton/papers/003004.pdf
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
06:01 Wave-Particle Duality Explained
08:44 Distinctions Between Waves
10:36 Quantum Field Theory Insights
15:10 Research Directions in Quantum Physics
24:27 Challenges in Quantum Field Theory
31:38 Quantum Mechanics vs. General Relativity
35:47 Fluctuations in Spacetime
45:09 Probabilistic General Relativity
54:00 Bell's Theorem and Non-Locality
1:20:48 The Nature of Causation in Physics
1:23:52 Causation in Modern Science
1:30:26 Reichenbachian Factorization Debates
1:31:44 Bell's Theorem Evolution
1:35:45 Indivisible Stochastic Approach
1:38:17 Understanding Entanglement
1:42:28 Information and Black Holes
1:45:44 Phase Information Loss
1:49:03 Heisenberg and Copenhagen Interpretation
1:52:29 The Nature of Electrons
1:53:09 Exploring Open Research Questions
1:59:09 Probabilities in Statistical Mechanics
2:11:30 Problems with Many Worlds Interpretation
2:27:42 Challenges of Probability in Many Worlds
2:35:14 The Case for a New Interpretation
2:43:11 Building a Collaborative Reputation
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Curt Jaimungal is joined by Michael Levin and Karl Friston. This conversation incorporates insights from physics and information theory, particularly regarding self-organization and the significance of entropy and free energy.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
3:43 The Free Energy Principle Explained
5:41 Creativity and Adaptive Utilization
11:56 In-Painting vs. Out-Painting
15:33 The Unreliable Medium of Biology
20:05 Aging: Noise or Psychological?
25:25 The Nature of Selfhood
45:10 Distinctions in Organic and Psychological Disease
48:54 Goal-Directed Systems and Aging
52:32 The Dynamics of Life and Death
55:49 Continuous Self in a Changing Form
1:01:35 The Constructive Nature of Science
1:08:02 Inferring Actions and Counterfactuals
1:11:40 Closing Thoughts and Future Conversations
Links Mentioned:
- Michael’s website: https://thoughtforms.life/
- Karl’s publications: https://www.fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk/~karl/
- Michael’s previous appearance on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2aLhkm6QUgA
- Karl’s previous appearance on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uk4NZorRjCo
- Michael on Anthrobots: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hG6GIzNM0aM
- Michael’s paper on stress sharing as cognitive glue for collective intelligences: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0006291X2400932X?ref=pdf_download&fr=RR-2&rr=911840d57c51eace
- Karl and Michael with Chris Fields on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6eJ44Jq_pw
- Karl Friston on the ‘Free Energy Principle’ on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2v7LBABwZKA
- Michael’s recent paper with Chris Fields: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1571064525000089?dgcid=coauthor
- Top-down models in biology (paper): https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/epdf/10.1098/rsif.2016.0555
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William Hahn’s Website: https://hahn.ai/
Jacob Barandes’s first appearance on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7oWip00iXbo
Lilian Dindo on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_hI7JNsbt0
Stephen Wolfram on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YRlQQw0d-4
Stephen Wolfram’s Mindfest presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHPQ_oSsJgg
Curt’s Substack article on Hahn: https://curtjaimungal.substack.com/p/the-hahn-jaimungal-conjecture-the
Michael Levin and Anna Ciaunica on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2aLhkm6QUgA&t=81s
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Karl Friston on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2v7LBABwZKA&ab_channel=CurtJaimungal
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Ruth Kastner joins Curt Jaimungal to discuss her transactional interpretation (TI) of quantum mechanics, addressing the measurement problem, retrocausality, and the integration of quantum mechanics and gravity. Kastner advocates for a paradigm shift in physics, urging researchers to embrace complexity and nuance in understanding quantum phenomena and reality.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:40 The Measurement Problem Unraveled
09:17 Understanding Measurement Interaction
11:27 Exploring Feynman Diagrams
16:25 Observers vs. Measurers
20:58 The Nature of Measurement
22:19 Probabilistic Outcomes Explained
28:52 Emission and Absorption Defined
34:40 Entities and Their Reality
38:03 The Emergence of Space-Time
41:14 Distinguishing Theories and Anomalies
42:56 The Challenges of Independent Scholarship
46:23 Defining the Conventional Approach
48:33 Formulating the Transactional Axioms
50:34 Kramer's Perspective on Transactional Theory
1:07:22 Retrocausality and Block World Dynamics
1:07:43 Science Fiction and Time Travel
1:14:04 Emergence of Space-Time Events
1:27:23 Weak and Strong Forces
1:36:10 Transition from Physics to Philosophy
1:39:53 The Nature of Free Will
1:45:36 Consciousness and Physicalism
1:54:51 Challenges to Materialism
2:05:47 Advice for Future Generations
2:07:41 Conclusion and Acknowledgments
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In this episode, Jacob Barandes, a theoretical physicist and philosopher from Harvard, and computational biologist Manolis Kellis from MIT, explore the connections between quantum physics, biology, and consciousness. Enjoy.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
6:23 Metaphysics and Physics: Defining the Boundaries
8:53 Does Existence Matter?
15:35 Quantum Physics: The Nature of Reality
21:35 Understanding Life Through Physics
27:56 The Observer Effect in Quantum Theory
36:02 Gauge Potentials and Their Reality
46:11 The Birth of Quantum Mechanics
54:42 Interpreting Quantum Superposition and Action at a Distance
1:01:20 Decoherence Explained
1:02:18 The Observer's Role
1:03:43 Size and Decoherence
1:04:35 Quantum Computing and Investments
1:07:33 Practical Applications of Quantum Theory
1:10:14 Quantum Computers: What Are They Good For?
1:11:24 The Markov Process Debate
1:15:18 Causal Modeling in Medicine
1:16:56 Quantum Effects in Biology
1:21:15 Consciousness and Quantum Mechanics
1:27:03 Non-locality and Quantum Theory
1:31:46 The Historical Shift in Physics
1:35:15 Beables and Their Nature
1:47:17 The Hard Problem of Consciousness
1:51:41 The P-Zombie Concept
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In this captivating of Theories of Everything, Jacob Barandes and I delve into the intricate world of Indivisible Stochastic Processes and their profound impact on quantum mechanics. We explore how these non-Markovian systems introduce quantum phenomena like superposition and interference without the traditional wave function collapse.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:29 – Philosophy of Physics
07:04 – Philosophical Physics
10:55 – Understanding Symmetry Breaking in Physics
15:03 – Historical Contributions of Philosophers to Quantum Theory
25:03 – Real-World Examples of Symmetry Breaking
32:03 – Philosophical Contributions and Funding in Physics
38:00 – The Wigner's Friend Thought Experiment
55:24 – Eternalism vs. Presentism: The Flow of Time
1:05:31 – Connection to Cosmology and FLRW Models
1:12:07 – Spontaneous vs. Explicit Symmetry Breaking
1:15:37 – Indivisible Stochastic Processes and Future Directions
01:40:06 - Markovianity in Quantum Mechanics
01:42:12 - Linearity and Unitarity in Quantum Evolution
01:43:23 - Unistochastic Processes and Quantum Channels
01:45:20 - Quantum Channels and Steinspring Dilation
01:46:18 - Hamiltonian Formulation Analogy
01:49:05 - Double-Slit Experiment with Indivisible Processes
01:52:08 - Measurement Devices and Emergibles
02:00:04 - Seminar Culture and Philosophy in Physics
02:02:38 - Coarse-Grained Double-Slit Example
02:05:03 - No Wave Function Collapse in Indivisible Processes
02:12:16 - Philosophical Insights and Importance in Physics
02:18:08 - Critique of David Griffiths' Quantum Mechanics Textbook
02:35:07 - Closing Remarks and Future Topics
Links Mentioned (additional links in comments):
- Jacob’s website: https://www.jacobbarandes.com/
- Jacob’s first appearance on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7oWip00iXbo&ab_channel=CurtJaimungal
- Jacob’s talk on “A New Formulation of Quantum Theory”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sshJyD0aWXg
- The Stochastic-Quantum Correspondence (Jacob’s paper): https://arxiv.org/pdf/2302.10778
- McTaggart’s paper on time: https://philpapers.org/archive/MCTTUO.pdf
- Putnam’s paper on time and geometry: https://www.jstor.org/stable/2024493?origin=JSTOR-pdf
- Neil deGrasse Tyson on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhWWlJFwTqs
- Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen paper: https://cds.cern.ch/record/405662/files/PhysRev.47.777.pdf
- Greta Hermann’s paper on quantum mechanics in the philosophy of nature: https://cqi.inf.usi.ch/qic/grete_en.pdf
- John Bell’s paper on the Einstein Podolsky Rosen paradox: https://journals.aps.org/ppf/pdf/10.1103/PhysicsPhysiqueFizika.1.195
- Bell’s theorem without inequalities (paper): https://arxiv.org/pdf/quant-ph/0409190
- Quantum mysteries revisited (paper): https://www.physics.smu.edu/scalise/P5382fa15/Mermin1990a.pdf
- Quantum Theory by David Bohm (book): https://www.amazon.com/Quantum-Theory-Dover-Books-Physics/dp/0486659690
- Bohm’s second paper on quantum theory: https://journals.aps.org/pr/abstract/10.1103/PhysRev.85.180
- Dirac’s textbook on quantum mechanics: https://www.amazon.com/Principles-Quantum-Mechanics-International-Monographs/dp/0198520115
- Wigner’s paper on the mind-body question: https://www.scribd.com/doc/240712078/Eugen-Wigner-Remarks-on-the-Mind-body-Question
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In this episode, developmental biologist Michael Levin and cognitive scientist Anna Ciaunica examine how cellular intelligence challenges our traditional understanding of consciousness. They explore how memory, embodiment, and our interactions with others fundamentally shape the self.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Opening
01:42 – The Biggest Myths in Biology and Neuroscience
03:18 – Anna’s Take on How Self Emerges from “Bunches of Cells”
04:10 – Critique of Adult-Centric Perspectives
05:15 – Dropping Old Conceptual “Epicycles”
07:45 – Continuity from Single Cells to Human Minds
09:28 – On Memory, Metaphors, and Shifting Perspectives
10:46 – Bridging Disciplinary Silos & The Power of Interdisciplinarity
13:04 – Development, Evolution, and Goal-Directed Systems
17:05 – Expanding the Concept of “Goal-Seeking” in Biology
25:12 – Depression, Body States, and Self-Regulation
31:57 – Aging, Goals, and the Problem of “Having Nothing Left to Do”
41:10 – Pregnancy, Immune Systems, and “Sharing a Self”
51:08 – “Interconnectedness” as Fundamental to Selfhood
57:56 – The Story We Tell Ourselves vs. The Agency of Thoughts
1:07:00 – Rewriting “You”: Caterpillars, Butterflies, and Memory
1:16:15 – Final Thoughts: The Self as an Ongoing, Embodied Process
1:24:01 – Closing Remarks and Where to Find More
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The classical and quantum worlds are not as apart as we thought.
Eva Miranda, a renowned researcher in symplectic and Poisson geometry, explains how “hidden” geometric structures can unite classical and quantum frameworks. Eva dives into integrable systems, Bohr–Sommerfeld leaves, and the art of geometric quantization, revealing a promising path to bridging longstanding gaps in theoretical physics.
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• Eva Miranda’s website: https://web.mat.upc.edu/eva.miranda/nova/
• Roger Penrose on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGm505TFMbU
• Curt’s post on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7284265597671034880/
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
06:12 – Classical vs. Quantum Mechanics
15:32 – Poisson Brackets & Symplectic Forms
24:14 – Integrable Systems
32:01 – Dirac’s Dream & No‐Go Results
39:04 – Action‐Angle Coordinates
47:05 – Toric Manifolds & Polytopes
54:55 – Geometric Quantization Basics
1:03:46 – Bohr–Sommerfeld Leaves
1:12:03 – Handling Singularities
1:20:23 – Poisson Manifolds Beyond Symplectic
1:28:50 – Turing Completeness & Fluid Mechanics Tie‐In
1:35:06 – Topological QFT Overview
1:45:53 – Open Questions in Quantization
1:53:20 – Conclusion
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Professor Geoffrey Hinton, a prominent figure in AI and 2024 Nobel Prize recipient, discusses the urgent risks posed by rapid AI advancements in today's episode of Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal.
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Timestamps:
00:00 The Existential Threat of AI
01:25 The Speed of AI Development
7:11 The Nature of Subjective Experience
14:18 Consciousness vs Self-Consciousness
23:36 The Misunderstanding of Mental States
29:19 The Chinese Room Argument
30:47 The Rise of AI in China
37:18 The Future of AI Development
40:00 The Societal Impact of AI
47:02 Understanding and Intelligence
1:00:47 Predictions on Subjective Experience
1:05:45 The Future Landscape of AI
1:10:14 Reflections on Recognition and Impact
Geoffrey Hinton Links:
• Geoffrey Hinton’s publications: https://www.cs.toronto.edu/~hinton/papers.html#1983-1976
• The Economist’s several mentions of Geoffrey Hinton: https://www.economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/10/08/ai-researchers-receive-the-nobel-prize-for-physics
• https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2025/01/02/would-an-artificial-intelligence-bubble-be-so-bad
• https://www.economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/10/10/ai-wins-big-at-the-nobels
• https://www.economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/08/14/ai-scientists-are-producing-new-theories-of-how-the-brain-learns
• Scott Aaronson on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ZpGCQoL2Rk&ab_channel=CurtJaimungal
• Roger Penrose on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGm505TFMbU&list=PLZ7ikzmc6zlN6E8KrxcYCWQIHg2tfkqvR&index=19
• The Emperor’s New Mind (book): https://www.amazon.com/Emperors-New-Mind-Concerning-Computers/dp/0192861980
• Daniel Dennett on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bH553zzjQlI&list=PLZ7ikzmc6zlN6E8KrxcYCWQIHg2tfkqvR&index=78
• Noam Chomsky on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQuiso493ro&t=1353s&ab_channel=CurtJaimungal
• Ray Kurzweil’s books: https://www.thekurzweillibrary.com/
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David Bentley Hart is a renowned author, philosopher, religious studies scholar, and theologian. In today's episode David explores the problem of evil, labeling it the most compelling argument against theism due to the undeniable suffering of innocents. David candidly acknowledges the dilemma, finding it intellectually irresolvable, yet juxtaposes this with the profound hope and transformative significance of Christ’s resurrection. Drawing on Stoic metaphysics, David explores the concept of a spiritual body and its philosophical ties to early Christian thought, all while challenging conventional Trinitarian interpretations of texts like John 1:1. This conversation is a rich tapestry of theology, philosophy, and personal insight, inviting listeners to reconsider foundational beliefs about faith, suffering, and the nature of reality.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Evil
08:50 - New Testament
15:02 - Stoic Metaphysics
24:51 - The Spirit
31:12 - Books of the Bible
39:24 - John 1:1
47:55 - Jesus
54:14 - Language
01:02:45 - Neo-Platonism
01:08:53 - Self Awareness
01:14:35 - Consciousness
01:18:05 - God
01:19:51 - Spirituality
01:27:36 - Perennialism
01:36:55 - Belief
01:39:44 - Episode Recap!
01:50:50 - Outro
Links Mentioned:
• Johnathan Bi’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bi.johnathan/featured
• David Bentley Hart’s bibliography: https://amzn.to/3C9vIqA
• The Experience of God: Being, Consciousness, Bliss (book): https://amzn.to/3DOuNMO
• The New Testament: A Translation (book): https://amzn.to/427Dzzv
• All Things Are Full of Gods: The Mysteries of Mind and Life (book): https://amzn.to/4h525pm
• A Conversation Between Iain McGilchrist and David Bentley Hart (video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vooDJQ3fdug&pp=ygUjaWFpbiBtY2dpbGNocmlzdCBkYXZpZCBiZW50bGV5IGhhcnQ%3D
• Curt’s OSV profile: https://www.osv.llc/fellows-grantee/curt-jaimungal-95763
• Michael Levin’s blog: https://thoughtforms.life/
• The Atheist’s Guide to Reality (book): https://amzn.to/4h4U97n
• Psychology from An Empirical Standpoint (book): https://amzn.to/3DHRzWA
• Iain McGilchrist on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9sBKCd2HD0
• Donald Hoffman on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmieNQH7Q4w&t=7139s
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This episode features Yang-Hui He, a mathematical physicist and professor known for his groundbreaking work in string theory, geometry, and AI-driven approaches to mathematical research, as he explains how machine learning is revolutionizing the field and leading to major discoveries.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - String Theory & Mathematics
10:54 - How Does One Do Mathematics?
16:28 - Computers & Mathematics
20:04 - Bottom-Up Mathematics
28:44 - Meta-Mathematics
46:17 - Top-Down Mathematics
55:22 - Pattern Recognition
01:01:30 - Platonic Data
01:07:15 - A Classic Problem Since 1736
01:17:38 - Classical Results for Reimann Surface
01:22:29 - Manifolds
01:26:52 - Superstring Theory
01:30:45 - When Physics Meets Math
01:43:01 - Progress in String Theory
01:45:45 - Image Processing
01:59:33 - Episode Recap
02:12:50 - Outro
Links Mentioned:
• The Calibi-Yau Landscape (book): https://amzn.to/41XmUi0
• Machine Learning (book): https://amzn.to/49YQ42t
• Topology and Physics (book): https://amzn.to/4gCcjxr
• Yang-Hui He’s recent physics lecture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AhuZar2C55U
• Roger Penrose on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGm505TFMbU
• Edward Frenkel’s String Theory discussion on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_oPMcvHbAc
• Edward Frenkel’s lecture on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RX1tZv_Nv4Y
• Joseph Conlon and Peter Toit on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fAaXk_WoQqQ
• A New Lower Bound For Sphere Packing (article): https://arxiv.org/pdf/2312.10026
• Principia Mathematica (book): https://www.amazon.com/Principia-Mathematica-Alfred-North-Whitehead/dp/1603864377/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2ANIKKX6G8KRK&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.c62w_u2CfXIK6AaEt-QKx6dp22lbkUr17cSyr3O-rltVBjvb8xCrwLWz8CQ6iWjo8rjmeCsSCwPwM_U0T8_InZfz0vEX9UKDWfSa5Oan86o4YwU6F3GdBPz3J2d_hXbLOc-EULawZ47JksUzndhf5q7ydfCMlK9lYKc2XLZQq-6_dHWQSbjYI82e_dcKw9EWp71DPKIZ9v5qvbyP3CnE7gRpN7uPMZpj-lxlo7Wjsl4.iSUZDFr0n-ZlkiADza8yEePerPoxBJRRCLhO0tQm2wU&dib_tag=se&keywords=principia+mathematica&qid=1735580157&s=books&sprefix=principia+ma%2Cstripbooks%2C122&sr=1-5
• Tshitoyan’s paper on Nature: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-019-1335-8
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In today’s episode of Theories of Everything, Curt Jaimungal is joined by renowned physicists Peter Woit and Joseph Conlon to delve into the complexities of String Theory. Together, they explore its potential as a unified framework for understanding the fundamental forces of the universe, discussing both its strengths and the criticisms it faces. Peter Woit is a renowned mathematical physicist and outspoken critic of string theory, and Joseph Conlon is a distinguished theoretical physicist and strong proponent of string theory.
NOTE: The video of Brian Greene in the introduction was intended to serve as a visual representation related to string theory as a general subject. It wasn’t meant to imply his support or opposition to string theory without understanding the details of it. I love Brian Greene. I even spoke to him here for the podcast. https://youtu.be/O2EtTE9Czzo. - Curt
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
03:10 What Wrong with the Standard Model?
10:27 The Axion and Experimental Hope
15:01 Critiques of String Theory
17:25 Evaluating String Theory's Validity
20:44 The Sociological Landscape of Physics
25:20 Holography and Its Implications
29:03 The Complexities of ADS-CFT
32:59 Witten's Influence and Controversies
36:32 The Balance of Arrogance and Humility
40:37 Structural Issues in Theoretical Physics
44:20 The Diminishing Returns of Mathematical Physics
48:55 Young Researchers and Career Concerns
52:42 The Disconnect from Experimental Data
56:24 The Evolution of Theoretical Physics
59:48 Challenges Facing the Field Today
01:02:28 Future Directions
01:35:36 The State of Fundamental Physics
01:47:07 Exploring Time Dimensions
02:07:40 AI Recap
02:20:50 Outro
Links:
• Why String Theory? (Joseph’s book): https://amzn.to/4gSJr42
• Origins: The Cosmos in Verse (Joseph’s book): https://amzn.to/3Dz887b
• Not Even Wrong (Peter’s book): https://amzn.to/49T1mFn
• Quantum Theory (Peter’s book): https://amzn.to/408Jp2h
• Peter Woit’s blog: https://www.math.columbia.edu/~woit/wordpress/
• Edward Witten’s recent paper: https://arxiv.org/abs/2412.15549
• Strings Conference (2024): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiSDiHgXimR9pHoFPhCDPfDOhreEg8vSp
• Istanbul Stringy Meeting (2024): https://istringy.org/ism24/
• Physics Today: Edward Witten’s 2015 post: https://pubs.aip.org/physicstoday/article/68/11/38/414984/What-every-physicist-should-know-about-string
• Peter Woit’s previous appearance on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTSeqsCgxj8
• Moduli Redefinitions and Moduli Stabilisation (Conlon’s paper): https://arxiv.org/pdf/1003.0388
• Scott Aaronson on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ZpGCQoL2Rk
• Brian Greene on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2EtTE9Czzo
• TOE’s String Theory Iceberg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4PdPnQuwjY&t=1749s
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In today's episode of Theories of Everything, Curt Jaimungal speaks with Matthew Segall, a professor at the California Institute of Integral Studies, on the evolution of philosophical thought, linking ancient teachings on consciousness to modern scientific perspectives. We delve into the limitations of contemporary views of reality, paralleling them with the Ptolemaic model, and explore how an awareness of mortality can enrich our understanding of existence. Matthew argues for a shift toward introspection and self-inquiry in a society grappling with existential challenges, emphasizing that confronting mortality can foster a deeper sense of meaning in our lives.
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LINKED MENTIONED:
• Matthew’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Footnotes2Plato
• Matthew’s Diagram of Hegel's Phenomenology of Spirit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Z1zY39EKbs
• Matthew’s talk with John Vervaeke: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15akhXGHwzo
• Critique of Pure Reason (book): https://www.amazon.com/Critique-Pure-Reason-Penguin-Classics/dp/0140447474
• Critique of Judgement (book): https://www.amazon.com/Critique-Judgement-Immanuel-Kant/dp/1545245673/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
• The Phenomenology of Spirit (book): https://www.amazon.com/Georg-Wilhelm-Friedrich-Hegel-Phenomenology/dp/1108730086
• 1919 Eclipse (paper): https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/epdf/10.1098/rsnr.2020.0040
• Einstein/Bergson debate (article): https://www.faena.com/aleph/einstein-vs-bergson-the-struggle-for-time
• The Principle of Relativity (book): https://www.amazon.com/Principle-Relativity-Alfred-North-Whitehead/dp/1602062188
• John Vervaeke’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@johnvervaeke
• John Vervaeke on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVj1KYGyesI
• Philip Goff on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmaIBxkqcT4
• Sabine Hossenfelder on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3y-Z0pgupg
• Donald Hoffman on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmieNQH7Q4w
• Karl Friston on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uk4NZorRjCo
• Iain McGilchrist on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9sBKCd2HD0
• Thomas Campbell on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kko-hVA-8IU
• Noam Chomsky on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
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• Michael Levin on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8iFtaltX-s&list=PLZ7ikzmc6zlN6E8KrxcYCWQIHg2tfkqvR&index=39
• Roger Penrose on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGm505TFMbU&list=PLZ7ikzmc6zlN6E8KrxcYCWQIHg2tfkqvR&index=16
• Neil Turok’s lecture on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gwhqmPqRl4&list=PLZ7ikzmc6zlN6E8KrxcYCWQIHg2tfkqvR&index=35
• TOE’s Consciousness Iceberg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TR4cpn8m9i0&ab_channel=TheoriesofEverythingwithCurtJaimungal
• TOE’s String Theory Iceberg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4PdPnQuwjY
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
1:35 The Roots of Process Philosophy
4:47 The Rise of Nominalism
8:26 The Evolution of Substance
11:02 Descartes and the Dualist Divide
21:34 Kant's Copernican Revolution
33:08 The Nature of Knowledge
37:42 Hegel's Dialectic Unfolds
46:18 Schelling's Panpsychism
56:50 Whitehead's Organic Realism
1:22:17 The Bifurcation of Nature
1:31:38 The Emergence of Consciousness
1:38:37 The Nature of Self-Organization
1:53:40 Perspectives on Actuality and Potentiality
2:11:35 The Role of God in Process Philosophy
2:23:55 The Human Experience and Self-Inquiry
2:40:34 Reflections on Mortality and Meaning
2:47:44 The Shift from Substance to Process
2:58:02 Embracing Interconnectedness and Consciousness
3:00:49 The Call for Inner Exploration
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In today's episode of Theories of Everything, Curt Jaimungal speaks to Maria Volaris for a gentle introduction to quantum computing, diving into quantum no-go theorems, Schrödinger's cat, the nature of quantum entanglement, and how these concepts lay the foundation for the future of computational science.
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LINKS MENTIONED:
• Maria Violaris’s OSV profile: https://www.osv.llc/fellows-grantee/maria-violaris
• Maria’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@maria_violaris/videos
• Maria’s series on Qiskit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pz829XZIxXg
• Chiara Marletto on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40CB12cj_aM
• Curt Jaimungal’s Substack: https://curtjaimungal.substack.com/
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:59 - Maria’s Background
04:20 - Quantum No-Go Theorems
09:55 - Schrödinger's Cat
13:41 - Theory Independence & Loopholes
17:21 - Uncertainty Principle (Entanglement)
23:11 - Qubits (Quantum Bit)
31:58 - Bell’s Theorem (Quantum Entanglement)
45:12 - Locality & Realism
49:04 - Bell’s Theorem Continued…
01:00:06 - GHZ States
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In today's episode of Theories of Everything, Curt Jaimungal speaks to Jonathan Pageau about a cognitive theory of everything where symbolism, purpose, and meaning reconcile ancient wisdom with modern understanding, culminating in a radical Christian non-dualism that unites unity and multiplicity.
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LINKS MENTIONED:
• Jonathan Pageau links: - The Symbolic World (website): https://www.thesymbolicworld.com/
• Jonathan’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JonathanPageau
• The Tale of Snow White and the Widow Queen (book): https://www.amazon.com/Tale-White-Widow-Queen-Tales-ebook/dp/B0D7K74165?ref_=ast_author_dp
• Jonathan’s previous appearance on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6umrrokgeG4
• Noam Chomsky’s TOE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ7ikzmc6zlORiRfcaQe8ZdxKxF-e2BCY
• Bernardo Kastrup on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lAB21FAXCDE
• Wolfgang Smith on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lF4S_P_o-g0
• Iain McGilchrist on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9sBKCd2HD0
• John Vervaeke on TOE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVj1KYGyesI
Timestamps:
0:00 - Initial Context & Channel Name
4:21 - Vertical Causation & Naming
11:01 - Symbolism & Patterns in Practice
20:26 - Christian vs. Eastern Non-Dualism & Forgiveness
34:18 - What Makes Humans Unique?
41:38 - Jesus
45:02 - Resurrection, Incarnation & Structural Vision
55:00 - Love, Theosis & Multiplicity-in-Unity
01:10:30 - Incarnation, Forgiveness & Concluding Insights
01:17:10 - Subtle Bodies, Saints & Patterns of Influence
01:30:28 - Authenticity, Difference & Proper Unity
01:45:13 - Incarnation as Eternal Fulcrum & Purpose of Reality
02:00:17 - Apophatic Theology, Dogma as Protective Boundaries
02:15:26 - Synergy, Faith Traditions & Proper Communion
02:30:10 - Degrees of Reality, Literal vs. Metaphorical
02:45:13 - Representing the Invisible, Analogies for God
03:00:17 - Scientific Language, Physical Grounding & Purpose
03:15:39 - Conclusion
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